Square Books, one of the South's great independent bookstores, is the epicenter of Oxford's lively literary scene and a frequent stop for traveling authors. There's a cafe and balcony upstairs, along with an immense section devoted to Faulkner.
Two offshoots, Off Square Books, featuring lifestyle books, and Square Books, Jr (111 Courthouse Sq), for kids, are in separate buildings on the square but just steps away from the mothership.